insert_link Namibia New school required at Lüderitz: Ndjaleka !Nami#Nus Constituency Councillor, Susan Ndjaleka has called on government to prioritise building a new school at Lüderitz ahead of the much-anticipated developments earmarked for the town. Ndjeleka made the call in a recent interview with Nampa, saying people have started migrating to Lüderitz because of the developments around the town such as the green hydrogen and oil. The current schools, she said might therefore, not be able to accommodate […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Men urged to speak out against domestic abuse Although males are the most frequent offenders of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), they, too, endure violence from their partners and are reluctant to speak up for fear of being judged by the community. This was said by the chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs, Gothardt Kasuto, during a public hearing on the petition for Sexual and GBV and Femicide at Opuwo on […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 7
insert_link 15 Namibia Epukiro RC Metsweding community wants employment opportunities from road project The Epukiro RC Metsweding community has called on Namibbeton Road Contractors to employ 70 per cent of the youth in the area in exchange for using their water and gravel resources. In a letter addressed to Okarukambe constituency councillor Rocco Nguvauva on Thursday, the community asked the company to fulfil its social responsibility by rehabilitating various water points and boreholes. These facilities would not only supply water to the […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 32 15
insert_link Namibia Omaheke Regional Council chairperson urges learners to be more committed Omaheke Regional Council Chairperson Ignatius Kariseb on Friday appealed to learners to take their education seriously, emphasising its role in shaping their futures. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement on education, Kariseb expressed concern that some children think they are doing their parents a favour by attending school. “Our children must understand that they are not doing their parents a favour by going to school. It is instead an opportunity […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Otjozondjupa Regional Council addresses disciplinary concerns amongst staff Employees of the Otjozondjupa Regional Council were on Friday accused of indiscipline, untidiness and frequent absenteeism during working hours during a staff meeting. The chairperson of the Otjozondjupa Regional Council, Marlayn Mbakera, addressed the nearly 100 employees during the meeting held at the head office in Otjiwarongo. Mbakera said 2024 will bring changes for officials who lock their offices and vanish during working hours. She said she has found […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Tsumeb Municipality Initiates Formalization Projects for Kuvukiland to Enhance Living Conditions The Tsumeb Municipality has launched initiatives to formalize the Kuvukiland informal area, with a targeted completion date by the end of this year. Municipal spokesperson Stella Imalwa-Nangolo, in an interview with Nampa, emphasized the objective of improving residents' living conditions by providing essential services, simultaneously elevating the overall status of the town. Imalwa-Nangolo expressed the municipality's commitment to enhancing Tsumeb's standing, especially given its recognition as one of Namibia's tourist […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 30
insert_link Interview Transcripts Selma Ikela and Ketemba Tjipepa Triumph in One Economy Foundation’s Inaugural Journalism Awards for Exposing Tragic Incident In a recent announcement, Selma Ikela and Ketemba Tjipepa have emerged victorious in the field of journalism, securing the second runner-up position in the television category. The duo, with Selma hailing from One Africa Television, was recognized for their outstanding work in shedding light on a heartbreaking incident involving the murder of a 16-year-old pregnant girl in Okahandja. The gripping story, documented late last year, showcased the journalists' dedication to […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 19
insert_link Interview Transcripts Otniel Ripuree Tjombe Empowers Namibian Youth Through Roots Choir Project In an insightful interview with Otniel Ripuree Tjombe, the driving force behind the Roots Choir project, we delve into the profound impact this initiative is making in the lives of young people in Namibia. The interview sheds light on the motivation, challenges, and future plans of this commendable endeavor. Otniel Ripuree Tjombe, has dedicated himself to fostering a positive and productive environment for the youth through music and arts. The […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 49
insert_link Interview Transcripts Namibian Dr. Annelle Zietsman Provides Insights on Experimental Cancer Drug blinatumomab (blina) In our interview with Dr. Annelle Zietsman, we gained valuable insights into the experimental cancer drug Blinatumomab. Leonard Witbeen from Future Media News conducted the interview, seeking information on the drug's potential benefits and its status in the Namibian market. The conversation commenced with Wydby informing Dr. Zietsman about the BBC's report on Blinatumomab, touted as an exciting new cancer drug gentler than chemotherapy. Dr. Zietsman, initially unaware of the […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 40